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Link has always been described as a youth in the Zelda franchise. After all, Miyamoto modeled Link after his younger adventurous self. After many Zelda titles of Link's age ranging from a young boy to an older teenager, is it time for a change?

Maybe a nice age for Link would be middle aged. In his 40s, Link could be an experienced fight or a hunter with lots of worldly knowledge...

Have you ever pondered making your own creations to show your love of the Legend of Zelda series? Do you envy the work of your favorite artists and wished you could create similar works of art? With the help of this fan made tutorial, you can receive a guided start, and some practice making these three Legend of Zelda charms...

The intro scene from Wind Wakeris a memorable one that does a great job of setting the scene for the game. The theme during that intro scene, "Legendary Hero," combined with a unique visual style, helps entrench the scene in Zelda lore. If you've ever wanted to own a stylish print showing off every scene from that intro sequence...

Well, I should have seen that one coming. While I would love to showcase some of last week's entries, lines were crossed that I just can't publish. However, this contest isn't about winning. It's about showcasing your wit and making other members of the Zelda Informer community come together and laugh. With that in mind, if you want to see some of last week's less "family-friendly" entries, click here to check them out. Now it's time to move on. It's week 11 of the caption contest, and the King of Red Lions is making his first appearance...

We've seen numerous custom game consoles based on The Legend of Zelda, and each one shows off a great deal of artistic skill. Deviant Art user devastator006 has created an extremely cool Zelda-themed NES, complete with a Hylian Crest cut into the top that lights up when the console is switched on. For fans that want to see exactly how the NES was completed and perhaps try the project for themselves, devastator006 has included step-by-step images as well...

Video game music is no stranger to fan recreations. Whether it's Smooth McGroove and his many acapella renditions of video game music, or something like "Wind Waker Unplugged," video game music sees its share of creative re-imaginings. Donal Hinely has put his own spin on the classic Zelda theme, playing with his hands on glasses of water...

Recently, we talked about the Zelda series' spin-off titles, and whether or not the fans wanted Shiek to have her own game. We received mixed responses, with some in favor and some against the idea. While reading the comments, I wondered if there were any other characters that you guys want to have their own game. Tingle is out of the running, because of Tingle's Rosy Rupeeland...

In the first editorial I had written on the subject, I talked about how Zelda U not being at E3 is a strange move on Nintendo's part. Something else Zelda must be replacing it. Why else would they go ahead and cancel their star header for E3...

The Zelda series is iconic for many reasons. Maybe it's the puzzles you love, or the expansive worlds you get to adventure in. Perhaps you love exploring dungeons, or the sense of reward you get from opening a treasure chest. And then there's the music. Many Zelda songs have become iconic in fans' memories. Whether it's that haunting opening theme of Ocarina of Time, or the Clock Town theme in Majora's Mask, there's something about the music in Zelda games that sticks with you long after you're finished playing...